1998 Ford Explorer 4WD Lights Blinking

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STEVEJ3151
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ford explorer, 1998, 77671 miles . When I started the car and went for a drive the (4wd-high and 4wd-low) lights on the dash were blinking on and off. They would blink about 5 time then turn off then repeat blinking again after a few mins. When i switch from 4wd-auto to high and also to low there was no change both times the dash lights did not light to show which mode i was in. Could there be a problem with the 4wd? Have you heard of this problem? thank you .
Mar 25, 2006 at 8:02 PM
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This happens when the transfer case shift actuator goes out, here is the location so you can swap it out and fix the problem. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
Mar 26, 2006 at 12:13 PM

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Replace the transfer case shift actuator.

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A 1998 Ford Explorer owner reported that the 4WD high and 4WD low dash lights blinked several times, went out, then repeated, and that switching between auto, high, and low did not indicate the selected mode. The expert said this happens when the transfer case shift actuator fails and recommended replacing it.

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